Engineering Project Manager
Lamb Weston
Kennewick, WA
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$113,930–$170,900 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, AutoCAD, Best Practices, Bid Packages, Budgeting, Building Codes, Business Support, Capital Project, Coaching, Collective Bargaining, Communication Skills, Construction Safety, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cost Estimates, Cost Forecasting, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Employee Assistance Plan, Engineering, Engineering Management, Finance, Financial Operations, Food Production, Food Services, Food and Beverage Industry, Fortune 500 Customers, Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, Investment Capital, Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, OSHA, Operational Support, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, People Management, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Procurement Management, Production Support, Project Design, Project Development, Project Estimates, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Restaurant, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation, Schedule Development, Startup, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Kennewick, WA
POSTED
23 days ago
Location: Kennewick, WA
Job Requisition ID: Req-257499
Time Type: Full time
About Lamb Weston
You've probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, and public Fortune 500 company, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world.
A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, we empower every individual to make a genuine difference. You'll gain access to hands-on training to fuel your growth and success, explore opportunities for new solutions, and you'll join a winning team of 10,000+ people all dedicated to raising the bar - together.
If you have a strong drive for results, a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries, and are ready for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.
Job Description Summary
Lamb Weston is currently searching for an Engineering Project Manager to lead projects supporting the production of frozen potato products. This person will be responsible for managing and directing projects of varying size and scope. Projects may include investigating or developing processes, developing project concepts and budgets, troubleshooting or investigating technical issues or implementing capital projects.
Project Managers also assist in the development of engineering resources, procedures and best practices. Project Managers may at times direct or be part of a project team(s). Project work including design, Capital Request write-ups, preparing and presenting project reviews, developing contractor bid packages, overseeing project installation, cost tracking, training and startup assistance as well as post project support are normal work activities. The position will participate in various project teams and work independently as required by the various assignments.
This position requires the ability to travel and participate in projects at various locations in North America as required to meet the project requirements.
Working closely with the various levels of Procurement, Operations Management, EHSS, Food Protection, Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Plant Staff, and Production Personnel is critical.
This position coordinates activities with LW operations and is based out of our Kennewick, Washington, engineering office.
Job Description
Reflects our Lamb Weston (LW) values, supports our LW vision and helps complete our LW mission of being the No. 1 Global Potato Company
Drive for a TIR of '0' ZERO.
Drive for '0' ZERO project design or executions impacts on product quality.
People Management
Coach and mentor Lamb Weston internal and external resources.
Lead direct reports (if applicable) and work with other department managers.
Develop engineering staff to build a positive team culture that leverages resources across the business and supports our operations teams.
Operate with an empowerment and support management style.
Project Management
Provide leadership for developing scope, schedule, budget estimates and cost justifications as project progress through the design and approval process
Write, present, and submit Capital Investment Request (CIR) and supporting documentation
Lead the cross-functional development and implementation of the capital plan including the engagement of related Plant and Corporate functions such as, but not limited to Safety, Sanitation, Quality, Environmental, Operations, Maintenance, Finance and Operations
Manage and drive engineering efforts in the plants and for corporate initiatives
Capability to effectively lead any size project, including projects greater than $400 MM USD.
Accountable for timely, accurate and effective implementation of engineering and project related work.
Meet or exceed project success criteria, including quality, cost, spend forecasting, schedule and performance metrics.
Apply and Lead project teams in the Vertical process.
Drive and Support Contractor and Team Safety every day /every project
Facilitates the implementation of specifications and engineering best practices.
Updating Specifications as needed to assure accuracy Drive corporate engineering Project Management initiatives.
Basic & Preferred Qualifications
BS or BA in Engineering required.
Minimum 5 years practical experience as a Project Manager, Sr. Engineer, or Plant Engineering Manager with Cap/Ex experience.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and capital projects. Food & beverage manufacturing experience is a plus.
Experience with plant engineering, maintenance and operations.
Excellent creative and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to excel in leading diverse teams, particularly in a matrix environment.
Excellent communication, technical, analytical, organizational skills.
Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
Experience and knowledge of industrial plant construction, codes, practices, and engineering requirements is a benefit.
Completion of OSHA 30 hours construction safety course is desirable.
Knowledge of project finance and budget cost control.
Proficient using Microsoft Office suite, including MS Project and applied use of AutoCAD applications.
Ability to travel within the US and Canada up to 50% of the time on average with peaks potentially exceeding that amount for some duration.
Physical Requirements:
Sitting for up to 8 hours a day
Lift up to 15 pounds occasionally (up to 25 pounds infrequently).
Walking on various manufacturing facility surfaces
Climbing up ladders and stairs
Exposed to plant noises and vibrations
Temperature changes from hot to cold depending on work area
Ability to safely operate a Company vehicle.
Industry-Competitive Benefits
Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive. Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:
Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
Paid Time Off
Financial Wellness - Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
Family-Friendly Employee events
Employee Assistance Program services - mental health and other concierge type services
Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Anticipated Close Date
The anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.
Anticipated Close Date: 06/28/2025
Pay Transparency
In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range posted based on various factors, including, but not limited to, job duties, experience and expertise. A candidate's work location could also impact the actual compensation being outside of the range to reflect local cost of labor. A reasonable annual estimate of the range for this role is listed below.
Pay Rate or Range: $113,930.00 - $170,900.00
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law\n \nApply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjU5NDMwLjg3NjlAbGFtYndlc3RvbmNvbXAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t
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